Withdrawal Method (Noun)
Meaning
A method of birth control in which coitus is initiated but the penis is deliberately withdrawn before ejaculation.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The withdrawal method has been used as a form of birth control for centuries, despite its high failure rate.
- A common criticism of the withdrawal method is that it requires great self-control from the male partner.
- Couples using the withdrawal method should also be aware of the risks of pre-ejaculatory fluid transmission of STDs.
- In contrast to barrier methods, the withdrawal method offers no protection against STDs.
- Although it has its drawbacks, some couples find the withdrawal method an appealing alternative to hormonal birth control methods.